Apr 12, 2011 - Jan 29, 2012
Civil War: Battlefield & Homefront
Tues-Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 12-5 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
$7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (6-12). Closed on Easter.
The year 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the start of America's Civil War. On the exact date that the first Confederate shots were fired on Fort Sumter - the act that marked the war's start - the Hayes Presidential Center opens Civil War: Battlefield & Homefront. The exhibit interprets the war years using the letters of Northwest Ohio residents who served in the war and those who stayed behind. Much has been written about the lives of soldiers who served in the war, but the lives of those back at home is virtually unexplored.
419.332.2081
rbhayes.org

Nov 5, 2011 - Dec 18, 2011
Vermilion Arts Guild's Winter Holiday Show
12-4 pm
Main Street Vermilion, 685 Main St. (SR 60), Vermilion
Saturdays & Sundays only. Works by local artists and craftsmen - wood, jewelry, paintings, photographs and more. Please call for artist information.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.org

Nov 25, 2011 - Dec 31, 2011
3D Winter Wonderland
Sun-Thurs 12-5 pm, Fri-Sat 12-10:30 pm
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Rd. (US 250), Sandusky
$6/person
Ghostly Manor transforms from a haunted thrill to a North Pole adventure with the Christmas Winter Wonderland 3D Family Walk-Thru attraction.
419.626.4467
ghostlymanor.com

Nov 25, 2011 - Dec 31, 2011
Christmas Light Show Spectacular
6 pm-12 am
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Rd. (US 250), Sandusky
Donations or non-perishable food items accepted
Seven songs play during a 25-minute show synchronized with over 75,000 lights. The show will be broadcast on 99.7 FM so you and your family can enjoy the sights and sounds from the comfort of your warm vehicle.
419.626.4467
ghostlymanor.com

Nov 25, 2011 - Dec 31, 2011
Festival of Lights Display
5-10 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Donations accepted
The Festival of Lights display lights up the sky once again at Sawmill Creek Resort. Millions of lights will be on display depicting your favorite holiday songs! This is a benefit for non-profit organizations.
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com

Nov 25, 2011 - Dec 23, 2011
Santa at the Candy Cane House
6-9 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr. (off US 6), Huron
Donations accepted
Drive the Festival of Lights display on the Sawmill Roadway and say "hi" to Santa at the Candy Cane House!
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com

Nov 25, 2012 - Jan 6, 2013; Nov 27, 2011 - Jan 8, 2012
Hayes Train Special
Tues-Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 12-5 pm (Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day)
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
$7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (ages 6-12)
The spirit of holidays past is revived in this operating model train display. The 12 x 24 foot, three-tier layout features eight G and O-gauge trains. All of the trains are styles important to the life of 19th US President R.B. Hayes. Visitors act as engineers lifting gates, flashing lights, sounding the whistle and more via a series of interactive buttons. A miniature Victorian village provides a picturesque setting through which the trains travel.
419.332.2081
rbhayes.org

Nov 28, 2011 - Dec 24, 2011
Photos with Santa
Mon-Sat 11 am-8 pm Sun 12-5 pm
Sandusky Mall, 4314 Milan Rd. (US 250), Sandusky
Take your kids to the Sandusky Mall to tell Santa what they want for Christmas. Get your picture taken and receive a free treat from Mrs. Fields.
419.626.8574 x120
sandusky-mall.com

Dec 3, 2011 - Dec 25, 2011
Dine Inside a Life-Size Gingerbread House
Great Wolf Lodge, 4600 Milan Rd. (US 250), Sandusky
Reservations can be made for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Entrée selections will be available from the restaurant menu. One additional fee of $20 will be charged for each seating (of up to six people) and will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters.
419.609.6000
greatwolflodge.com

Dec 4, 2011 - Dec 5, 2011
Annual Candlelight Tour of Homes
6-9 pm
Various locations, Sandusky
$10/person
Five private homes will be featured as well as Emmanuel Church, The Follett House Museum, and Eleutheros Cooke House.
419.627.0640

Dec 6, 2011 - Dec 7, 2011
Enchante' Cabaret: Halos and Holly
Tues 12 pm, Wed 12 & 6 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$39/person
The winds of old man winter swirl around a mother daughter scam artist team just 12 days before Christmas. As time begins to fade on their futures, the forces send a group of Angels to try and salvage the fates of this unlikely pair. Through comedy, song, and dance the Angels will attempt to infuse this dead end duo with the spirit of the season.
877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Dec 6, 2011; Dec 13, 2011; Dec 20, 2011; Dec 27, 2011
Open Public Shoots
5:30-8 pm
Camp Perry Training Site, Port Clinton
$5/adult, $2/junior
Shooters, including aspiring new shooters, who live in the Camp Perry area are invited to take advantage of a new opportunity to do practice shooting on Tuesday evenings at the Camp Perry Marksmanship Center air gun range. The Camp Perry 80-point, 10-meter air gun range is fully equipped with electronic targets that accommodate air rifle, air pistol or National Match Air Rifle shooting.
419.635.2141 ext. 1101
odcmp.com

Dec 6, 2011
Puppet Show: Sleeping Beauty
5 or 7 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Hand carved, beautifully costumed marionettes from Stevens Puppets will enact the play "Sleeping Beauty."
419.625.3834
www.sandusky.lib.oh.us

Dec 7, 2011
Watercolor Class
9:30 am-12:30 pm
Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
$60/person (four-week session), $15/person (one session)
Learn to paint watercolors following a step-by-step demonstration by watercolor artist Clela Stelnicki. Pay at the door; cash or check payable to the instructor. Registration required. Please call for more information or to register. Ages 14 and older; limit 20 participants per class.
440.371.5637
eriemetroparks.org

Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 10, 2011
"A Christmas Carol"
Harlequins Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky
$10/person
A new take on the Dicken's classic. Please call for more information.
419.621.1311
harlequinstheatre.org

Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 10, 2011
Gary Anderson Invitational
Fri 4-9 pm, Sat 7 am-3 pm
Camp Perry Training Site, 1000 N. Lawrence Rd., Port Clinton
$20/shooter, spectators free
The match is a junior three-position air rifle match that is a sanctioned CMP Cup Match and an outstanding competition opportunity for every school or junior club shooting team. This tournament has four competition events: Individual Sporter, Individual Precision, Team Sporter and Team Precision. All matches are open to the public.
419.635.2141 x.1101
odcmp.com/3P/UpcomingEvents.htm

Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011
Live Music
Paper Moon Vineyards, 2008 SR 60, Vermilion
Live music featuring a variety of artists. Please check website for hours and schedule of performers.
440.967.2500
papermoonvineyards.com

Dec 10, 2011
Annual Holiday Open House
12-4 pm
Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Rd. (off US 6), Sandusky
$15/person
Live entertainment, amazing food, and world class wines. What could be better on a cold Ohio Saturday? While you're here be sure to get that holiday shopping done with award-winning wines and beautiful gift baskets. There's something for everyone on your list.
419.625.5474
firelandswinery.com

Dec 10, 2011 - Dec 11, 2011
Christmas Open House
10 am-4 pm
Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights
Free
Featuring collections of baskets made from Hard Maple, American Cherry, Black Walnut, and Ohio Buckeye woods. Basket decorating for kids, take a tour of the workshop, and weave your own basket.
888.905.1858
samuelpattersonbaskets.com

Dec 10, 2011
Christmas with Santa
3-8 pm
Huron Boat Basin, 330 N. Main St., Huron
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus in celebrating the holiday season. Enjoy live reindeer, carriage rides, and children's crafts. Donations to the "Warm Hands from Young Hearts" tree are always appreciated.
419.433.8487
huronparks.org

Dec 10, 2011 - Dec 11, 2011
Cookie Decorating Class
12-3 pm
Wendy Kromer Confections, 137 E. Water St., Sandusky
$70/person
Learn how to make royal icing, how to flood cookies, and various decorating techniques. Reservations are required.
419.609.0450
wendykromer.com

Dec 10, 2011
Decorate a Gingerbread House
10 am
Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
$7/person
Have fun decorating a gingerbread house that you can eat! Ages 8-18, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Limit 10. Registration required; fee paid by December 7.
419.625.7783
eriemetroparks.org

Dec 10, 2011
Earth to Table Dinner
6:30 pm
The Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 SR 13, Milan
Enjoy this earth to table dinner featuring Chef Kenny Gilbert. Reservations required.
419.499.7500
culinaryvegetableinstitute.com

Dec 10, 2011
Full Moon Night Hike
7 pm
DuPont Marsh State Nature Preserve, 1805 River Rd., Huron
Enjoy a beautiful night hike through DuPont Marsh State Nature Preserve. Please leave flashlights at home; the moon will light the way. Hike will last about an hour; registration appreciated.
419.625.7783
eriemetroparks.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Dec 10, 2011
Lunch with Santa
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr. (off US 6), Huron
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com

Dec 10, 2011
Movie: Little Women
2-4 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Starring Winona Ryder as Jo and Susan Sarandon as Marmee, the film brings to life the classic story of a family of women in Civil War era New England. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
419.625.3834
www.sandusky.lib.oh.us

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 17, 2011
Mrs. Claus/Hay Wagon Rides
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr. (off US 6), Huron
$4/adult, $2/child, $10/family (up to 6 people)
Meet Mrs. Claus in the Granary (behind the Sawmill Creek Shops) for hot chocolate, cider, and donuts. Then ride the wagon through the Festival of Lights display. Advance reservations suggested.
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com

Dec 10, 2011
Nautical Christmas Crafts
1-3 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Make a variety of nautical Christmas ornaments and decorations.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 17, 2011
Visit with Santa
11 am-3 pm
Exchange Park, Vermilion
Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Santa House at Exchange Park in Vermilion's historic Harbour Town. Bring a camera for photos. Sponsored by the Friends of Harbour Town.
440.654.8847
vermilionohio.com

Dec 11, 2011
Holiday Movie Memories
7 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Bring the family and join the Firelands Symphony Orchestra, Carl Topilow, and hometown Broadway star Lynne Wintersteller in this annual celebration of sparkling seasonal favorites and beloved symphonic classics. Excerpts from favorite holiday movies will make this event a wintertime highlight for the whole family.
419.621.4800
firelandssymphony.com

Dec 11, 2011; Dec 18, 2011
Holiday Open House
12-3 pm
Sandusky Greenhouse, 601 Franklin St., Sandusky
The Friends of Sandusky's Greenhouse invite you to attend the annual holiday open house. Take a tour the greenhouse, have your picture taken in the new sleigh, and see a display of toys from a bygone era. Christmas cookies, hot cider, and coffee will be available.
419.621.9329
ci.sandusky.oh.us

Dec 11, 2011
Musical Arts at Firelands: Tower Brass Holiday Concert
3 pm
Firelands Presbyterian Church, 2626 E. Harbor Rd., Port Clinton
$15/person
Nationally-known and Bowling Green-based brass ensemble presents a popular seasonal concert, Spirit of Christmas Brassed featuring a full spectrum of holiday music including classical and sacred music, brass ensemble arrangements of well-known traditional Christmas carols, and jazz renditions of popular tunes of the season.
419.823.3064
towerbrassquintet.com

Dec 12, 2011 - Dec 23, 2011
12 Gifts of Christmas
Quaker Steak & Lube, 5150 Liberty Ave., Vermillion
12 charity events. 12 days in a row. 12 nights of live entertainment. 10% of the daily food sales will be donated to a different local, non-profit agency.
440.967.3724
quakersteakandlube.com/Vermilion_OH

Dec 12, 2011 - Dec 13, 2011
Ohio's Boating Education Course
6-10 pm
Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
Join Erie MetroParks Park Manager & Certified Boating Instructor, Bill Smith-Graves, as he leads this 8-hour certification course. Please register online or call for more information.
419.625.7783
eriemetroparks.org

Dec 6, 2011; Dec 13, 2011; Dec 20, 2011; Dec 27, 2011
Open Public Shoots
5:30-8 pm
Camp Perry Training Site, Port Clinton
$5/adult, $2/junior
Shooters, including aspiring new shooters, who live in the Camp Perry area are invited to take advantage of a new opportunity to do practice shooting on Tuesday evenings at the Camp Perry Marksmanship Center air gun range. The Camp Perry 80-point, 10-meter air gun range is fully equipped with electronic targets that accommodate air rifle, air pistol or National Match Air Rifle shooting.
419.635.2141 ext. 1101
odcmp.com

Dec 14, 2011
"Von Trapp Christmas Concert"
7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$21-31/person; Dinner & Show Package: $39-49/person
Elisabeth von Trapp has dazzled audiences worldwide with her virtuosity and charisma. This entertaining holiday concert will combine the classic and the new covering holiday standards, classical transcriptions, and traditional carols.
877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Dec 15, 2011
Ye Olde Yuletide Feast & Christmas Concert
St. Mary Church, 38 W. League St., Norwalk
Enjoy this lovely Yuletide feast at 6 pm in Reynolds Hall. At 7:30 pm, enjoy a special candlelight concert in St. Mary Church. Classical and traditional Christmas music presented by Ashland University.
419.668.1641

Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011
Live Music
Paper Moon Vineyards, 2008 SR 60, Vermilion
Live music featuring a variety of artists. Please check website for hours and schedule of performers.
440.967.2500
papermoonvineyards.com

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Dec 17, 2011
Firelands Audubon Christmas Bird Count
6 am-8 pm
Various Erie & Huron County sites
Calling all birders, expert and amateur, your help is needed to survey winter bird life in the Firelands. Actual count goes until 5 pm, followed by a pot luck dinner at the Frost Center, Osborn MetroPark. Any amount of time you could spare during the day to count birds would really be appreciated. Please call for more information.
419.625.7136
firelandsaudubon.org

Dec 17, 2011
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Free with admission to the museum
"Christmas Tree Ships on the Great Lakes" presented by Maritime Museum of Sandusky staff member. Construct a model of a Christmas tree ship during the program.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Dec 17, 2011
Lunch with Santa
11 am-3 pm
Quaker Steak & Lube, 5150 Liberty Ave. (US 6), Vermilion
Enjoy lunch and pictures with Santa as well as arts and crafts with Mrs. Claus.
440.967.3724
quakersteakandlube.com/vermilion_OH

Dec 17, 2011 - Dec 23, 2011
Meet Santa
11 am-7 pm
Castaway Bay, 2001 Cleveland Rd. (US 6), Sandusky
Free
Meet with Santa in the Castaway Bay lobby.
419.627.2106
castawaybay.com

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 17, 2011
Mrs. Claus/Hay Wagon Rides
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr. (off US 6), Huron
$4/adult, $2/child, $10/family (up to 6 people)
Meet Mrs. Claus in the Granary (behind the Sawmill Creek Shops) for hot chocolate, cider, and donuts. Then ride the wagon through the Festival of Lights display. Advance reservations suggested.
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com

Dec 17, 2011
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Live on Stage
2 & 7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$15/person; Dinner & Show Package: $33/person
Don't miss this heart-warming Holiday classic story of a red-nosed reindeer named Rudolph. Join all of his reindeer friends. With audience participation, reindeer games, and Rudolph's shining nose, it's sure to be a bright Christmas for everyone.
877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Dec 17, 2011
USA Dance Sandusky: Holiday Dance
7-11 pm
Sandusky Elks Lodge, 120 E. Adams St., Sandusky
$5/member, $10/non-member
Featuring a dance lesson from 7-8 pm followed by the dance from 8-11 pm. The instructor and the music will be provided by the chapter. There will also be snacks and a cash bar. Please call for more information.
330.354.0060

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 17, 2011
Visit with Santa
11 am-3 pm
Exchange Park, Vermilion
Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Santa House at Exchange Park in Vermilion's historic Harbour Town. Bring a camera for photos. Sponsored by the Friends of Harbour Town.
440.654.8847
vermilionohio.com

Dec 11, 2011; Dec 18, 2011
Holiday Open House
12-3 pm
Sandusky Greenhouse, 601 Franklin St., Sandusky
The Friends of Sandusky's Greenhouse invite you to attend the annual holiday open house. Take a tour the greenhouse, have your picture taken in the new sleigh, and see a display of toys from a bygone era. Christmas cookies, hot cider, and coffee will be available.
419.621.9329
ci.sandusky.oh.us

Dec 6, 2011; Dec 13, 2011; Dec 20, 2011; Dec 27, 2011
Open Public Shoots
5:30-8 pm
Camp Perry Training Site, Port Clinton
$5/adult, $2/junior
Shooters, including aspiring new shooters, who live in the Camp Perry area are invited to take advantage of a new opportunity to do practice shooting on Tuesday evenings at the Camp Perry Marksmanship Center air gun range. The Camp Perry 80-point, 10-meter air gun range is fully equipped with electronic targets that accommodate air rifle, air pistol or National Match Air Rifle shooting.
419.635.2141 ext. 1101
odcmp.com

Dec 20, 2011
Santa's Reindeer Night
5-8 pm
Washington Parks, 200 Washington St., Downtown Sandusky
419.627.5886
ci.sandusky.oh.us

Dec 21, 2011
Winter Solstice Night Hike
6:30 pm
The Coupling MetroPark, 11618 SR 13, Milan
Free
Celebrate the coming of winter and the shortest day of the year with a brisk night hike. Afterward enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in the depot. Registration appreciated.
419.625.7783
eriemetroparks.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011
Live Music
Paper Moon Vineyards, 2008 SR 60, Vermilion
Live music featuring a variety of artists. Please check website for hours and schedule of performers.
440.967.2500
papermoonvineyards.com

Dec 25, 2011
Holiday Buffet
2-7 pm
Kalahari Resort, 7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky
Enjoy a Christmas Buffet at Kalahari with friends and family this holiday season. Please check the website for a list of food items. Reservations strongly encouraged.
419.433.5543
kalahariresorts.com

Dec 6, 2011; Dec 13, 2011; Dec 20, 2011; Dec 27, 2011
Open Public Shoots
5:30-8 pm
Camp Perry Training Site, Port Clinton
$5/adult, $2/junior
Shooters, including aspiring new shooters, who live in the Camp Perry area are invited to take advantage of a new opportunity to do practice shooting on Tuesday evenings at the Camp Perry Marksmanship Center air gun range. The Camp Perry 80-point, 10-meter air gun range is fully equipped with electronic targets that accommodate air rifle, air pistol or National Match Air Rifle shooting.
419.635.2141 ext. 1101
odcmp.com

Dec 26, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012; Dec 27, 2011 - Dec 31, 2011
Sleigh Rides
1-4 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
$3/rider
Re-create a scene straight from a Currier & Ives print as the Hayes Presidential Center hosts sleigh rides through the estate of 19th U.S. President R.B. Hayes. Young and old alike will delight in these nostalgic horse-drawn tours through the 25-acre estate.
419.332.2081
rbhayes.org

Dec 30, 2011
Free Family Movie
2:30 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Lights, camera, action! This movie-going experience is for the whole family; catch it on the big screen. October 29: Spooky Buddies, November 19: Cars 2 and December 30: Kung Fu Panda 2.
419.625.3834
www.sandusky.lib.oh.us

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Dec 31, 2011
Live Music
8 pm-12 am
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd. (one mile east of SR 61), Berlin Heights
Featuring music by Acoustic Junkies.
419.588.3179
QuarryHillWinery.com

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve 2011
Chez Francois/Touche' Wine Bar, 555 Main St., Vermilion
First two sittings: $65/person; Last seating: $85/person
There will be three sittings for New Year's Eve. The first seating will be 4:30-6:30 pm, the second seating will be 7-9 pm and the last seating will begin at 9:30 pm. Each seating will feature a multi-course dinner. The last seating will feature Mr. Mike Moore. Mike has been in the music business for over 35 years, formerly with Cornwell and Moore, a songwriter for over 35 years, a singer/keyboard player, an Emcee and finally an outstanding Master of Ceremonies and Deejay. Mike creates a great atmosphere for dancing. Please take note, that availability of the last seating is extremely limited.
440.967.0630
chezfrancois.com

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Bash
Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky
Come ring in the New Year with The Earthquakers, a champagne toast, and fireworks at midnight. Please call for more information.
419.625.9626
lymanharbor.com

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Buffet
5-9 pm
Kalahari Resort, 7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky
$27.99/adult, $9.99/child (4-12), children ages 3 and under are free
Featuring an amazing selection of African inspired delicacies. Please check the website of a complete list of food items. Reservations strongly encouraged. Subject to 19% taxable service charge and applicable sales tax.
419.433.5543
kalahariresorts.com

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Dinner
8 pm
Matus Winery, 15674 Gore Orphanage Rd., Wakeman
$40/person
Serving prime rib, pork loin, garlic mashed potatoes, green bean almondine, shrimp cocktail, roll, and a bottle of wine. Entertainment provided by D.J.S, McSound. Reservations required.
440.774.9463
matuswinery.us

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Party
5 pm
Quaker Steak & Lube, 5150 Liberty Ave. (US 6), Vermilion
Live entertainment, dinner, champagne toast at midnight, and more.
440.967.3724
quakersteakandlube.com/vermilion_OH

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Party
German's Villa, 3330 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
$135/couple
Reservations are now being taken for the Main Street Vermilion Reverse Raffle New Year's Eve Party. There will be dinner, music, dancing, open bar, and a chance to win $2,012! An early bird drawing prize will also be offered. Only 100 tickets will be sold.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.blogspot.com

Dec 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Vegas Celebration, Dancing & Charity Casino
Sawmill Creek Resort - Wilderness Hall, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr. (off US 6), Huron
Join us for a New Year's Eve Party at Sawmill Creek Resort. There will be Vegas-style gambling, dancing, hats and horns at midnight, cash bar and a chance to win prizes with gaming tickets.
419.433.3800
sawmillcreekresort.com

Dec 31, 2011
Toast to the Town
6-9 pm
Merry-Go-Round Museum, 301 Jackson St. (at US 6), Sandusky
$15/person
Community members are invited to this gala fundraiser to benefit the Merry-Go-Round Museum and Sandusky Main Street Association. Enjoy beverages and hors d'oeuvres from area restaurants and bid on unique Silent Auction items. Please call to order tickets.
419.626.6111
merrygoroundmuseum.org

Dec 31, 2011
Walleye Madness at Midnight
5 pm-12 am
North Madison Street, Downtown Port Clinton
Free
Located at the center of all Walleye Madness at Midnight activities, the Family Fun Center at Mango Mama's will have the family fun activities of the Walleye Drop! Kids Walleye Drop at 6 pm, Rock-Paper-Scissors Challenge and live entertainment and street vendors from 10 pm to midnight. Watch the Walleye drop from a crane as the countdown to midnight begins.
419.734.2101
walleyedrop.com

Jan 1, 2012
Hangover Race
Sandusky Speedway, 614 W. Perkins Ave., Sandusky
Champagne stocks, whiskey stocks and moonshine stocks. Racing in any weather. Please call for more information.
419.625.4084
sanduskyspeedway.com

Jan 6, 2012 - Jan 8, 2012
2nd Annual Island Days
Downtown, Sandusky
Stein Hospice brings the Lake Erie islands to downtown Sandusky with lots of your favorite island music, food, and drink. Festivities begin Friday night with a concert by Alex Bevan and end Sunday afternoon with a performance by Mike "Mad Dog" Adams. In between, you can enjoy island fare at the Sandusky State Theatre.
419.625.5269
steinhospice.org

Jan 7, 2012
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Free with admission to the museum
"Photographs from the Gordon Wendt Maritime Collection" presented by Jim Miller.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Jan 7, 2012
Pat Dailey
7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$15-20/person
Funny and entertaining, this singer-songwriter has been an anchor at Put-in-Bay since the early 1980's.
877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Jan 8, 2012 - Feb 12, 2012
Studio Skateboard
Sun-Fri 1-4 pm
Sandusky Cultural Center, 2130 Hayes Ave. (SR 4), Sandusky
The Sandusky Cultural Center provides educational and entertaining exhibits that stimulate an interest in the fine arts. They provide a focus for multicultural awareness and introduce complex issues and challenging concepts. The featured exhibit is Studio Skateboard. The Gallery is closed on Saturdays, school holidays, vacations, "snow days," etc.
419.625.1188
sanduskyculturalcenter.org

Jan 10, 2012; Jan 17, 2012; Jan 24, 2012; Jan 31, 2012
Lyman Restoration Class: Session Two
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
$150/member, $175/non-member
Dwight Davis, of Classic Marine, will instruct the class on the restoration of a Lyman catboat. Installing structural parts and replacing deck. This is a four session class. Registration required.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Jan 11, 2012
Winter Birds at Your Feeder
6:30 pm
Milan Library, 19 E. Church St., Milan
Join Charlene Margetiak, Naturalist of the Erie MetroParks, to learn more about the birds that are at your feeders this winter.
419.499.4117
milan-berlin.lib.oh.us

Jan 12, 2012 - Jan 22, 2012
"Cheating Cheaters"
Thurs-Sat 8 pm, Sun 2 pm
Playmakers Civic Theatre, 604 W. Sixth St., Port Clinton
$12/person
Two sisters decide to impersonate nuns who are soliciting money for charity...(their own!). Entering the picture are a cat burgler and a cop on the take, and the show becomes larceny for laughter as the cheaters start cheating the cheaters! Can these four profit together? You'll have to come see for yourself as this show provides you with the great John Patrick style of humor as seen in "Everybody Loves Opal" and "The Curious Savage", both produced previously on the Playmaker stage.
419.341.1843
pcplaymakers.org

Jan 14, 2012
Christmas Bird Count for Kids
9 am-2 pm
Magee Marsh, 13229 W. SR 2, Oak Harbor
Free
Geared for kids age 8-12, each youth must be accompanied by a parent and will be a member of a small birding team, led by an experienced birder. There is a planned route; get outside, have fun and go birding! Lunch provided by Friends of Magee Marsh. Call for more details and to sign-up.
419.898.0960
friendsofmageemarsh.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Jan 10, 2012; Jan 17, 2012; Jan 24, 2012; Jan 31, 2012
Lyman Restoration Class: Session Two
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
$150/member, $175/non-member
Dwight Davis, of Classic Marine, will instruct the class on the restoration of a Lyman catboat. Installing structural parts and replacing deck. This is a four session class. Registration required.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Jan 21, 2012
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Free with admission to the museum
"Invasive Species in the Great Lakes" presented by Jeff Tyson.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Jan 10, 2012; Jan 17, 2012; Jan 24, 2012; Jan 31, 2012
Lyman Restoration Class: Session Two
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
$150/member, $175/non-member
Dwight Davis, of Classic Marine, will instruct the class on the restoration of a Lyman catboat. Installing structural parts and replacing deck. This is a four session class. Registration required.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Jan 28, 2012
Harold George with Abraham Lincoln Visits Ohio
12 pm
Berlin Library, 4 E. Main St., Berlin Heights
Take a journey back in time to Ohio in 1861 and 1865 through modern day maps and photographs.
419.588.2250
milan-berlin.lib.oh.us

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Jan 10, 2012; Jan 17, 2012; Jan 24, 2012; Jan 31, 2012
Lyman Restoration Class: Session Two
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
$150/member, $175/non-member
Dwight Davis, of Classic Marine, will instruct the class on the restoration of a Lyman catboat. Installing structural parts and replacing deck. This is a four session class. Registration required.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Feb 4, 2012
An Ice-A-Fair to Remember
10 am-4 pm
Downtown/Victory Park, Vermilion
Children and adults gather around the artists as they demonstrate their skill at creating beautiful statues from large blocks of solid ice. Some of the tools cause ice showers through which giggling children chase one another. Frosty loves to join the frozen fun. At night the statues glow with internal light.
440.963.0772
mainstreetvermilion.org

Feb 4, 2012 - Feb 5, 2012
Arctic Ice Festival
10 am-4 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, Erie County Senior Center & Sandusky Sailing Club, Sandusky
Bring your family for a fun and educational weekend of winter activities. Events include ice carving, ice harvesting, ice fishing & ice diving demonstrations, ice boat races, Underground Railroad trolley tours, soup cook-off and more (weather permitting).
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Feb 4, 2012
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Free with admission to the museum
"Ice Harvesting on the Sandusky Bay" presented by Jim Miller.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Feb 11, 2012; Feb 14, 2012
"Sweethearts at The State"
12:30 & 6 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$25/person
Enjoy a gourmet meal in the elegant State Room. After the meal relax with your favorite date and enjoy the romantic movie "An Affair to Remember" on the big screen.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Feb 11, 2012
11th Annual Wine & Chocolate Open House
12-4 pm
Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Rd. (off US 6), Sandusky
$15/person
Join Firelands Winery for what is becoming the premier Valentine's Day open house on Ohio's north coast. Fine wines, exquiste chocolates and fabulous desserts. While you're here, pick up a gift for that special someone.
419.625.5474
firelandswinery.com

Feb 12, 2012
The 5th Annual "Firelands Idol" Semi-Finals
2:30 pm
Edison High School, Milan
Don't miss this local talent challenge.
419.668.1641

Feb 11, 2012; Feb 14, 2012
"Sweethearts at The State"
12:30 & 6 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$25/person
Enjoy a gourmet meal in the elegant State Room. After the meal relax with your favorite date and enjoy the romantic movie "An Affair to Remember" on the big screen.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Feb 15, 2012 - Feb 18, 2012
"Nunset Boulevard"
Wed-Thurs 2 pm, Fri 7:30 pm, Sat 2 & 7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
$21-31/person; Dinner & Show Package: $39-49/person
The Little Sisters of Hoboken have been invited to sing at the Hollywood Bowl. They are thrilled at the prospect until they arrive and realize that they are booked into the Hollywood Bowl-A-Rama, a bowling alley with a cabaret lounge - and not the famed "Bowl" they were planning on. When the Sisters find out there is a screen test for a major film happening across the street they are certain this is their chance for movie stardom. Featuring songs like: "The Hollywood Blondes", "That Kid's Gonna Make It" and "Bowling Ball Blues."
877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Feb 16, 2012 - Aug 14, 2012
The Wildlife Art of Bob Hines
Tues-Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 12-5 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
$7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (ages 6-12)
Ohio native Robert Hines (1912-1994) holds the distinction of being the only U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employee hired as a full-time artist. His official title was "National Wildlife Artist." Hines developed his love of nature growing up along the verdant banks of the Sandusky River in Fremont, Ohio. Despite almost no formal training, his artistic talent was recognized worldwide. Hines also was key in developing the federal Duck Stamp program and had one of his works accepted. This exclusive exhibit showcases his life and his work on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth. Closed on Mondays.
419.332.2081
rbhayes.org

Feb 17, 2012 - Feb 19, 2012; Feb 24, 2012 - Feb 26, 2012; Mar 2, 2012 - Mar 3, 2012
"Marrying Terry"
Harlequins Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky
$10/person
Don't miss this romantic comedy. Please call for more information.
419.621.1311
harlequinstheatre.org

Feb 18, 2012
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Free with admission to the museum
"Bringing the War North: The Johnson's Island Plot" presented by Randy Koch.
419.624.0274
sanduskymaritime.org

Dec 10, 2011; Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 17, 2011; Dec 23, 2011; Dec 30, 2011; Jan 7, 2012; Jan 14, 2012; Jan 21, 2012; Jan 28, 2012; Feb 18, 2012
Live Music
6:30-9:30 pm
Quarry Hill Winery & Orchard, 8403 Mason Rd., Berlin Heights
Please visit website for a schedule of performers.
419.588.3179
quarryhillwinery.org

Feb 18, 2012 - Feb 20, 2012
Sleigh Rides in Spiegel Grove
1-4 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
$3/rider
In honor of Presidents' Day, take a tour through the 25-acre estate of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes using the mode of transportation he used - a horse-drawn sleigh. Rides are provided by South Creek Clydesdales of Fremont. After the ride, stay for the day and tour the 31-room Hayes mansion and two-story Hayes Museum/Library.
419.332.2081
rbhayes.org